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joeydurango · 02-06-2016, 07:59 PM

Bought this truck from a very nice board member. I've been waiting for weeks, trying to figure out shipping. Finally showed up last night, and I am glad I opted for enclosed shipping - the driver's dually and trailer were encrusted in 2" of salty, grimy ice. It was a bad weather week on the way across the country. This truck is pretty clean underneath, it would have been a bummer to have the entire underside rusting first thing.

I've attached some photos, since we all like 'em so much. Also have a few questions for you knowledgeable members of the board!

-On my last K10, there was a bracket bolted to the frame that prevented the driver's front leaf spring shackle from moving back. Nothing on the passenger side, and it rode like crap, so I yanked the bracket and the ride got a lot smoother. I assumed it wasn't stock, but here on the new truck the exact same thing is there. What is this thing (photo below) and what's the purpose? I can see the bolt holes are slotted, so I could move it back some, but why limit travel - isn't that what the bump stops are for?

-This truck came from sea level. I live at 6500 feet. It wasn't too happy idling at first (very slow and rough, black smoke), but I did a quick-n-dirty dialing in of the carb fuel mix screws and it's much smoother and idles at about 1100 when warm (which seems fast, but that's with the idle speed screw all the way slow). However, I bottomed out the adjustment before ever reaching the point the engine began to slow or stumble from lack of fuel... does that mean I'm going to have to re-jet this thing? Pretty standard setup - 350 w/ a Q-Jet.

-Finally, a silly little question about the AM/FM radio. Worked when I first got in it; turned it off and then back on, that simple, and nothin'. No light, no sound, no power. It looks like the power goes directly to the fuse block (with no fuse?). All other dash lights, etc, work great. Everything looks good without pulling the radio; I figure it's either an internal short or maybe a problem with the switch. Anyone experience something like this? And I assume to remove the radio I'm pulling the knobs off to access some shaft nuts, but if that's not the way, someone stop me now...

joeydurango · 02-06-2016, 08:03 PM

More photos.

And no, the garage is not quite as dark as the engine photo would suggest...

doo142 · 02-06-2016, 08:45 PM

Very nice truck.... It's super !!!

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-06-2016, 08:50 PM

I love it!!! My favorite color combo....awesome!!!

**Ol Blue K20** · 02-06-2016, 08:56 PM

Sorry forgot about your questions. Before pulling the radio test for power, it's probably something simple. The frame bracket is on everyone I've seen and not sure of the purpose...

Andy4639 · 02-06-2016, 08:58 PM

Does it have a inline fuse? If it's straight wired I really think hard about a fuse.
Truck looks great though!

frenchy51 · 02-06-2016, 09:09 PM

Gorgeous

Malamute · 02-06-2016, 09:11 PM

It looks great. The few extra $$ for enclosed shipping during winter is worth it.

68panelman · 02-06-2016, 09:33 PM

Now thats nice. Really good looking truck.

BLT gmc · 02-06-2016, 09:47 PM

I have been told the bracket on the frame was a safety device. In the event of a front impact, it would prevent a broken spring from coming through the driver's floorboard and injurying the driver. Never was a passsenger thing. Bruce
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**undertaker72** · 02-06-2016, 10:03 PM

I believe they were in a recall around 1971 after GM was forced to install them due to some people getting killed by a spring run up through the floorboard and into the driver on a head on collision. I guess they must of negotiated the drivers side only expense as it was more prone to a head on on the driver side with the other on coming lane. The recall kit includes the bottom leaf with a curled leading end and the cage strap to be welded to the front eyelet and that bolt on rear piece you have pictured above

**allchevy58** · 02-06-2016, 11:31 PM

Nice looking truck, CONGRATS!!!

72supr · 02-07-2016, 12:03 AM

Nice!!

Husker · 02-07-2016, 12:04 AM

very Nice Love it
Ron

jeh · 02-07-2016, 12:13 AM

Good looking ride!!!!

joeydurango · 02-07-2016, 01:01 AM

Thanks everyone! Looking forward to getting this thing on the road. Going to keep it original as possible... would love to find some 6-lug steelies and dog dishes for it.

BLT, Undertaker, thanks for the info on that bracket. Never would have guessed that... I suppose I'll adjust it back some to clear the shackle as it operates and leave it on the frame.

Andy, no inline fuse unless I missed it. Just plugs into the fuse block, although I could have misread the labels. Looks original, along with all the rest of the wiring... unlike my last truck, which was a bird's nest under the dash. So weird how it worked and then just quit, light & sound all at once. Something's gotta be wrong with the power.

El Dorado Jim · 02-07-2016, 01:28 AM

Beautiful truck, Enjoy!

Andy4639 · 02-07-2016, 08:47 AM

This may help.

**special-K** · 02-07-2016, 09:13 AM

I heard the recall brackets were to prevent losing steering in a front end collision. I don't know why all trucks after '72 didn't need them anymore.

That truck will be happy in SW Colorado!

sboris · 02-07-2016, 09:18 AM

That trucks a beauty! Congrats

3sonsdad · 02-07-2016, 09:24 AM

Great looking truck! That's the exact look I want for my 72. What size are the tires? I guess those are 8" wide rally wheels?

joeydurango · 02-07-2016, 10:36 AM

Andy, thanks for the photo. All the labels on my fuse box are legible, and as shown in your photo, the radio just plugs in, apparently without a fuse. Were the factory radios unfused, or is it supposed to have an inline fuse?

Tim, thanks again for checking the truck out for me. So far, so good, although I can't really drive it anywhere until I get it registered on Monday. Even found some NOS 1972 Colorado Truck plates for $10...

3sonsdad, the wheels look to be 15x8. Recently restored, with new paint, new chrome on the centers, and nice beauty rings. The tires are 32x11.5. Personally I'd like some 15x8 steelies/dogdishes with BFG 33x10.5... got a set you want to trade?

Thanks again for compliments and answers, everyone.

Sicklajoie · 02-07-2016, 11:03 AM

Sweet ride. Congrats!

Andy4639 · 02-07-2016, 11:05 AM

Here is a thread on the wiring. It states a fuse is in the backside of the radio but not sure if it's a factory one are not.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=344761

**DeadheadNM** · 02-07-2016, 11:31 AM

Glad it arrived! Good buy! Hope to see it in person. I have a set of OEM steel wheels from the k1500 but no 15 x 8.

02-06-2016, 07:59 PM	#1
joeydurango Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 809	Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Bought this truck from a very nice board member. I've been waiting for weeks, trying to figure out shipping. Finally showed up last night, and I am glad I opted for enclosed shipping - the driver's dually and trailer were encrusted in 2" of salty, grimy ice. It was a bad weather week on the way across the country. This truck is pretty clean underneath, it would have been a bummer to have the entire underside rusting first thing. I've attached some photos, since we all like 'em so much. Also have a few questions for you knowledgeable members of the board! -On my last K10, there was a bracket bolted to the frame that prevented the driver's front leaf spring shackle from moving back. Nothing on the passenger side, and it rode like crap, so I yanked the bracket and the ride got a lot smoother. I assumed it wasn't stock, but here on the new truck the exact same thing is there. What is this thing (photo below) and what's the purpose? I can see the bolt holes are slotted, so I could move it back some, but why limit travel - isn't that what the bump stops are for? -This truck came from sea level. I live at 6500 feet. It wasn't too happy idling at first (very slow and rough, black smoke), but I did a quick-n-dirty dialing in of the carb fuel mix screws and it's much smoother and idles at about 1100 when warm (which seems fast, but that's with the idle speed screw all the way slow). However, I bottomed out the adjustment before ever reaching the point the engine began to slow or stumble from lack of fuel... does that mean I'm going to have to re-jet this thing? Pretty standard setup - 350 w/ a Q-Jet. -Finally, a silly little question about the AM/FM radio. Worked when I first got in it; turned it off and then back on, that simple, and nothin'. No light, no sound, no power. It looks like the power goes directly to the fuse block (with no fuse?). All other dash lights, etc, work great. Everything looks good without pulling the radio; I figure it's either an internal short or maybe a problem with the switch. Anyone experience something like this? And I assume to remove the radio I'm pulling the knobs off to access some shaft nuts, but if that's not the way, someone stop me now... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super \| LWB, fleetside \| 350/350/205 \| KEEPER 1971 K10 Cheyenne \| SWB, fleetside \| LS Swap 5.3/4L60 \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 400/4-spd \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 455/4-spd \| TOTALED

02-06-2016, 08:03 PM	#2
joeydurango Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 809	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... More photos. And no, the garage is not quite as dark as the engine photo would suggest... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super \| LWB, fleetside \| 350/350/205 \| KEEPER 1971 K10 Cheyenne \| SWB, fleetside \| LS Swap 5.3/4L60 \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 400/4-spd \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 455/4-spd \| TOTALED

02-06-2016, 08:45 PM	#3
doo142 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bristol,In. Posts: 1,115	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Very nice truck.... It's super !!!

02-06-2016, 08:50 PM	#4
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... I love it!!! My favorite color combo....awesome!!! __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

02-06-2016, 08:56 PM	#5
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 15,834	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Sorry forgot about your questions. Before pulling the radio test for power, it's probably something simple. The frame bracket is on everyone I've seen and not sure of the purpose... __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man

02-06-2016, 08:58 PM	#6
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Does it have a inline fuse? If it's straight wired I really think hard about a fuse. Truck looks great though! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-06-2016, 09:09 PM	#7
frenchy51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Orland, Nor-Cal Posts: 617	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Gorgeous

02-06-2016, 09:11 PM	#8
Malamute Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 756	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... It looks great. The few extra $$ for enclosed shipping during winter is worth it.

02-06-2016, 09:33 PM	#9
68panelman Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Delaware and Long Island, New York Posts: 3,450	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Now thats nice. Really good looking truck.

02-06-2016, 09:47 PM	#10
BLT gmc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: West Iowa Posts: 1,109	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... I have been told the bracket on the frame was a safety device. In the event of a front impact, it would prevent a broken spring from coming through the driver's floorboard and injurying the driver. Never was a passsenger thing. Bruce Posted via Mobile Device

02-06-2016, 10:03 PM	#11
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... I believe they were in a recall around 1971 after GM was forced to install them due to some people getting killed by a spring run up through the floorboard and into the driver on a head on collision. I guess they must of negotiated the drivers side only expense as it was more prone to a head on on the driver side with the other on coming lane. The recall kit includes the bottom leaf with a curled leading end and the cage strap to be welded to the front eyelet and that bolt on rear piece you have pictured above Attached Images __________________ I aint nobody DORK 1972 Cheyenne super k10 swb 350 4speed posi hooks 1934 ford 3 window blown 355 1969 Camaro hugger orange hounds tooth

02-06-2016, 11:31 PM	#12
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,424	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Nice looking truck, CONGRATS!!! __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1964 C-30 383/4 speed, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison

02-07-2016, 12:03 AM	#13
72supr Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Protection S.Dakota Posts: 425	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Nice!!

02-07-2016, 12:04 AM	#14
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... very Nice Love it Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

02-07-2016, 12:13 AM	#15
jeh Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: sutton WV Posts: 1,822	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Good looking ride!!!! __________________ Jason '70 C-10 short fleet 427BB TH400 (SOLD) '10 Ford F 350 '13 Ford RAPTOR 6.2 MY BUILD THREAD http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=612623



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02-07-2016, 01:01 AM	#16
joeydurango Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 809	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Thanks everyone! Looking forward to getting this thing on the road. Going to keep it original as possible... would love to find some 6-lug steelies and dog dishes for it. BLT, Undertaker, thanks for the info on that bracket. Never would have guessed that... I suppose I'll adjust it back some to clear the shackle as it operates and leave it on the frame. Andy, no inline fuse unless I missed it. Just plugs into the fuse block, although I could have misread the labels. Looks original, along with all the rest of the wiring... unlike my last truck, which was a bird's nest under the dash. So weird how it worked and then just quit, light & sound all at once. Something's gotta be wrong with the power. __________________ 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super \| LWB, fleetside \| 350/350/205 \| KEEPER 1971 K10 Cheyenne \| SWB, fleetside \| LS Swap 5.3/4L60 \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 400/4-spd \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 455/4-spd \| TOTALED

02-07-2016, 01:28 AM	#17
El Dorado Jim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: El Dorado Ca Posts: 3,374	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Beautiful truck, Enjoy!

02-07-2016, 08:47 AM	#18
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... This may help. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-07-2016, 09:13 AM	#19
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... I heard the recall brackets were to prevent losing steering in a front end collision. I don't know why all trucks after '72 didn't need them anymore. That truck will be happy in SW Colorado! __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

02-07-2016, 09:18 AM	#20
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,016	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... That trucks a beauty! Congrats __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

02-07-2016, 09:24 AM	#21
3sonsdad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Spruce Grove, Alberta Posts: 237	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Great looking truck! That's the exact look I want for my 72. What size are the tires? I guess those are 8" wide rally wheels?

02-07-2016, 10:36 AM	#22
joeydurango Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Durango, CO Posts: 809	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Andy, thanks for the photo. All the labels on my fuse box are legible, and as shown in your photo, the radio just plugs in, apparently without a fuse. Were the factory radios unfused, or is it supposed to have an inline fuse? Tim, thanks again for checking the truck out for me. So far, so good, although I can't really drive it anywhere until I get it registered on Monday. Even found some NOS 1972 Colorado Truck plates for $10... 3sonsdad, the wheels look to be 15x8. Recently restored, with new paint, new chrome on the centers, and nice beauty rings. The tires are 32x11.5. Personally I'd like some 15x8 steelies/dogdishes with BFG 33x10.5... got a set you want to trade? Thanks again for compliments and answers, everyone. __________________ 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super \| LWB, fleetside \| 350/350/205 \| KEEPER 1971 K10 Cheyenne \| SWB, fleetside \| LS Swap 5.3/4L60 \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 400/4-spd \| SOLD 1976 Trans Am \| 455/4-spd \| TOTALED

02-07-2016, 11:03 AM	#23
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,489	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Sweet ride. Congrats! __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

02-07-2016, 11:05 AM	#24
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Here is a thread on the wiring. It states a fuse is in the backside of the radio but not sure if it's a factory one are not. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=344761 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-07-2016, 11:31 AM	#25
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,292	Re: Finally got my new Super 4x4! Photos & Questions... Glad it arrived! Good buy! Hope to see it in person. I have a set of OEM steel wheels from the k1500 but no 15 x 8. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

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